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ProShares VIX Mid-Term Futures ETF
VIXM performance and flow charts
Performance
Flows
Historic performance and flows
Data as of September 10, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | -5.79% | -13.91% | -11.55% | -16.16% | -26.97% | -57.36% |
| Flows | +$74M | +$126M | +$126M | +$132M | +$124M | +$98M |
Characteristics
The ProShares VIX Mid-Term Futures ETF is built to track the S&P 500 VIX Mid-Term Futures Index - USD. This ETF provides physical exposure - by owning its shares you earn the return of the securities composing the index (as the ETF holds them directly). This share class generates a stream of income by distributing dividends.
| Management strategy | Passive |
| Strategy | Long Only |
| Provider | ProShares |
| N° of holdings | 0 |
| Replication method | Direct (Physical) |
| Asset class | Volatility |
| Dividend policy | Distributing |
Trailing 12m distribution yield | Join for free |
| Inception date | January 3, 2011 |
| ESG | No |
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Exposure
Data as of January 1, 1970Latest news about VIXM
Trading data
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +12.51% | +17.91% | +29.31% | +29.18% |
Max drawdown | -15.50% | -24.96% | -39.50% | -64.73% |
Max drawdown duration | 92d | 164d | 1047d | 1550d |
Time to recover | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Replication quality
Data as of August 31, 2026Create an account to view replication metrics
1 year cumulative return difference | |
|---|---|
| Best | Join for free |
| Worst | Join for free |
| daily return difference | |
|---|---|
| Average | Join for free |
| Worst | Join for free |
What type of ETF is VIXM?
VIXM is a Passive ETF that provides exposure to Volatility assets. It is managed by ProShares.
What index does VIXM track?
VIXM tracks the S&P 500 VIX Mid-Term Futures Index - USD, aiming to replicate its performance through full replication.
What does VIXM invest in?
This ETF provides exposure to Large Cap US Volatility. It is part of the segment: Volatility.
What is the expense ratio of VIXM?
The total expense ratio (TER) of VIXM is 0.92%, representing the annual fee charged by the fund manager.
When was VIXM launched?
VIXM was launched on January 3, 2011, marking its entry into the ETF market.
Who is the issuer of VIXM?
VIXM is issued by ProShares.
What is the AUM of VIXM?
As of September 10, 2026, VIXM manages $159.90 M, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has VIXM performed recently?
As of September 10, 2026, VIXM delivered a return of -5.79% over the past month (1M performance), -13.91% over the past three months (3M), and -11.55% year-to-date (YTD).
What are the recent fund flows for VIXM?
As of September 10, 2026, VIXM has seen net flows of +$74M in the past month (1M flow) and +$126M year-to-date (YTD).
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